Construction apprentice Jobs in Thunder Bay, ON

Fort Garry Industries is Canada’s leading supplier of aftermarket parts, trailers, equipment and service to the Canadian Heavy Duty Truck & Trailer Transportation Industry.

We provide parts for trucks and service to major truck and trailer fleets, repair shops, mobile repair, construction, waste management, bus fleets, utility companies, the agriculture community, tire shops, municipalities, and mining operations.

We are a one-stop shop in the heavy-duty industry for parts for trucks and are dedicated to offering the best customer service to our customers.

Fort Garry Industries (FGI) is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales and service provider.

With over 100 years of service under our belt, we are always expanding and looking for talented and motivated people to join our team and help with our continued success! Joining FGI means being part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of the transportation industry.

Our THUNDER BAY BRANCH has an exciting opportunity for a HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC to join our team!

What You Will Do:

The ideal candidate will be a Apprentice Truck & Coach Mechanic that will primarily perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on trailers and some minor truck work. You will work with your team members to deliver a high-quality customer experience that exceeds customer expectations through the following tasks:

• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, and bearings

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, lighting systems, and associated parts

• Repair or replace chassis components including springs, spring hangers, equalizers, axles, subframes and their associated parts, air bags and air system components

• Repair or replace bumpers, bumper braces, mud flap brackets, dolly legs and dolly leg assemblies

• Repair or replace decking, rub rails, doors and door trim, and perform minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and associated parts

• Repair and replace hydraulic pumps, safety valves and any other necessary mechanical components

• Perform incidental welding operations on steel and/or aluminum trailers

• Diagnose defects in light/heavy duty trucks and perform required mechanical services

• Perform repairs & preventative maintenance services on heavy/medium trucks and trailers

• Ensure documentation is complete and accurate

• Other duties as assigned

What We Require:

• The ideal candidate is an apprentice 310T truck and coach mechanic with 1-3 years of experience

• Demonstrated understanding of highway truck and automotive wiring

• Previous welding experience is preferred but not required

• Previous experience installing plows, sanders or dump boxes is preferred but not required

• Must be able to meet the physical requirements: Lift up to 75lbs, able to work while kneeling/squatting and crouching, work at varying heights and enclosed areas

• Must posses their own tools to complete tasks

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard office equipment

• Excellent customer service skills

• Strong communication skills, including both written and verbal

• Team-oriented, adaptable, with a commitment to safety excellence

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages -PLUS Yearly bonus!

• This role starts at $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

• Great Benefits -Health, Dental, Vision, and much, much more

• RRSP Matching

• Health Spending Account

• Paid sick days and Short-Term Disability Benefits

• Discount on gym membership

• Retirement Perks

• And an overall great place to be!

Fort Garry Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Fort Garry Industries is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. It is our goal to achieve a workforce that is reflective of the citizens we serve. Employment Equity promotes the principles of fairness, merit and equitable employment representation. Fort Garry Industries values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous People, Visible Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Creating a culture of equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing.

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